Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become integral to the success of many organizations by enhancing efficiency through automation and improving decision-making by utilizing advanced data analytics. However, organizations should ensure the appropriate and ethical use of AI. ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor training course enables you to gain the necessary expertise to audit artificial intelligence management systems (AIMS) by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures, and techniques.

The ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor training course is beneficial for professionals seeking to stay ahead of the competition. This training course equips you with the expertise needed to navigate the intricate realm of AI-influenced organizational frameworks, ensuring you are well-prepared to contribute to the success of organizations in this transformative era.

After finishing the training course, you will be eligible to take the exam. After passing the exam, you will be able to apply for the "PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor" credential. This certification proves your professional expertise in auditing organizations against ISO/IEC 42001 based on best auditing practices.

Course objectives:

  • Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an AI management system based on ISO/IEC 42001
  • Interpret the ISO/IEC 42001 requirements for an AI management system from the perspective of an auditor
  • Evaluate the AI management system conformity to ISO/IEC 42001 requirements in accordance with the fundamental audit concepts and principles
  • Plan, conduct, and close an ISO/IEC 42001 compliance audit, in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements, ISO 19011 guidelines, and other best practices of auditing
  • Manage an ISO/IEC 42001 audit program

Audience:

  • Individuals with a background in auditing, whether internal or external, seeking to specialize in auditing AI management system
  • Managers or consultants seeking to master the AI management system audit process
  • Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity with the AI management system requirements in an organization
  • Expert advisors in AI management
  • Professionals involved in analyzing and understanding business requirements for AI implementation
  • Individuals involved in the development and implementation of AI solutions and in designing the architecture of AI systems

Certification

After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO/IEC certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

Prerequisites:

The main requirement for participating in this training course is having a fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 42001 and AI principles and concepts.

Course outline:

Introduction to ISO/IEC 42001 and the initiation of an AIMS implementation

Audit principles and the preparation for and initiation of an audit

 

On-site audit activities

Closing of the audit

Certification Exam

The exam is will take place at the end of the course on onsite classroom courses

For Virtual courses we will send out a voucher that gives you access to an online exam. This can be booked and taken home monitored by a proctor via camera. More information about the exam rules will be send fromPECB.

Test details:

  • The exam duration is three (3) hours. Non-native speakers receive an additional half an hour.
  • The exam contains essay type questions. 


As the exam is an Multiple Choice, candidates are authorized to use:

  • A copy of the ISO 42001 Standard
  • Course notes from the Participant Handout;
  • Any personal notes made by the student during the course; and
  • A hard copy dictionary


Exam-preparation-guides

Examination rules and policies

RECEIVE YOUR EXAM RESULTS

Results will be communicated by email in a period of 6 to 8 weeks, after taking the exam. The results will not include the exact grade of the candidate, only a mention of pass or fail.

Candidates who successfully complete the examination will be able to apply for a certified scheme which is explained in the course description.

In the case of a failure, the results will be accompanied with the list of domains in which the candidate had failed to provide guidance for exams’ retake preparation.

Candidates, who disagree with the exam results, may file a complaint by writing to examination@pecb.com or through PECB ticketing system.

EXAM RETAKE POLICY

There is no limit on the number of times a candidate may retake an exam. However, there are some limitations in terms of allowed time-frame in between exam retakes, such as:

  • Students, who have completed the full training but failed the written exam, are eligible to retake the exam once for free within a 12 month period from the initial date of the exam.
  • If a candidate does not pass the exam on the second attempt, he/she must wait 3 months (from the initial date of the exam) for the next attempt (2nd retake). Retake fee applies.
  • If a candidate does not pass the exam on the third attempt, he/she must wait 6 months (from the initial date of the exam) for the next attempt (3rd retake). Retake fee applies.

After the fourth attempt, a waiting period of 12 months from the last session date is required, in order for candidate to sit again for the same exam. Regular fee applies.

For the candidates that fail the exam in the 2nd retake, PECB recommends to attend an official training in order to be better prepared for the exam.

To arrange exam retakes (date, time, place, costs), the candidate needs to contact Glasspaper.

 

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